Prosecute Wildlife Service Employee for Animal Cruelty

Original alert (Tell Congress to Investigate Wildlife Services Now!)
has NOT resulted in appropriate action. Tell Secretary Vilsack that torture
of wildlife by federal employees is unacceptable and investigations into
complaints need to be completed in a timely and transparent manner.

The USDA oversees the activities of Wildlife Services, including trapper
Jamie P. Olson, who likely posted photos on Facebook of his dogs killing
trapped coyotes. The USDA conducted an investigation, but disclosed its
findings to no one, not even to the members of Congress who requested it.

NNewly-leaked documents show that the USDA’s investigation into these
horrific acts resulted in no action against Olson, not even a reprimand. A
Tweet from Congressman Campbell and the leaked documents seem to indicate
that the agency attempted to cover up the matter. See leaked document here:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B69WClhgOm5XUGhybVpFQmdKTTA/edit

Ironically, the USDA is the federal agency charged with enforcing the
nation’s animal welfare laws. Without its own clear guidelines prohibiting
its own employees from torturing and abusing wildlife, USDA holds no
credibility. p>

To prevent future scandals, demand that the USDA create an easy way for
the public to register complaints that involve USDA activities.
Investigations into conduct like Olson’s must be conducted efficiently and
transparently. Also, the results of those investigations should be made
public.

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